Govt unveils ‘Jalvahak’ incentive scheme to boost cargo movement via waterways

The Indian government launched the ‘Jalvahak’ scheme to boost cargo movement via inland waterways, offering up to 35% operating cost reimbursements. Three cargo ships were flagged off, inaugurating fixed-schedule services on key routes. Cargo volumes on national waterways have seen significant growth, and the government aims to further increase this by 2030 and 2047.